The cathedral’s design was created by architect Slavko Brezoski.
The central dome is 36 meters in diameter and 36 meters high.
It is built entirely from concrete in a distinct 'rotunda' style rather than traditional Byzantine cruciform.
The cathedral houses a collection of contemporary icons and mosaics that differ in style from medieval monastic art.
The site includes a separate 45-meter high bell tower standing alongside the main rotunda.
St. Clement of Ohrid is a major Macedonian Orthodox cathedral characterized by its unique modern architecture featuring circular domes and arches. The structure was consecrated in 1990 to commemorate the 1150th anniversary of the birth of St. Clement of Ohrid. Its interior is dominated by a massive, central golden dome housing a large fresco of Christ Pantocrator. The cathedral is a complex of several interconnected circular structures, avoiding traditional basilica shapes. It serves as the seat of the Archbishop of the Macedonian Orthodox Church. The design intentionally lacks traditional pillars, creating a wide, unobstructed interior space. It remains one of the largest religious buildings in North Macedonia.
From the center of the courtyard looking up at the convergence of the arches and the main dome.
Visit the lower level of the cathedral to see the smaller, more intimate chapel.
Observe the exterior arches from the park entrance to appreciate the modern architectural geometry.
Check for local Orthodox holiday calendars, as the building may be crowded or closed to tourists during major services.
Do not take photographs of worshippers or clergy during active liturgy.
Visitors should dress modestly by covering shoulders and knees; headscarves for women are recommended but not strictly enforced. Silence is expected inside the main nave.
